Rick Forsling will become the new Secretary General for the Swedish Veterans Association starting September 1, 2024. He has extensive experience from the Armed Forces and international missions.
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– The strength of the federation lies with its members, says Forsling, who also emphasizes the importance of camaraderie support and creating a strong community within the SVF.
Forsling highlights that his experience in communication has given him knowledge of how to build meaningful relationships. He looks forward to increasing the membership and diversity of veterans in the federation, as well as further strengthening cooperation with the Swedish Armed Forces and other organizations.
The outgoing Secretary General MariAnne Boström is moving to New York, where her husband Roger Nilsson has assumed the role of military advisor at Sweden's UN representation.
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Rick Forsling will become the new Secretary General for the Swedish Veterans Association from September 1, 2024. He has extensive experience from the Armed Forces and international missions. This information is particularly relevant for decision-makers in the defense industry, security analysts, and companies working with defense-related issues. The analysis is based on current reporting from Nordic defense authorities and industry organizations. Last fact-checked: 2025-08-22.
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